Best surgeons in Spain: TOP 13 doctors

Pioneer of laser prostate surgery in Barcelona – Dr. Batista uses minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 35+ years specializing in functional and pediatric urology
• First in Barcelona to use GreenLight, Thulium, and Holmium lasers
• Founder of Uroclínica – Teknon's leading urology unit
• Fellowship-trained at Harvard's Children's Hospital and Boston University
• Author of 102 articles and 84 scientific reports

Expert in minimally invasive surgery with a focus on digestive tract procedures. Dr. Diez-Caballero Alonso combines academic excellence with practical surgical expertise.

• Specializes in laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery
• Lectured on laparoscopic surgery at University of Navarre
• Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
• Associate Clinical Lecturer with extensive teaching background

Trained at Mayo Clinic's renowned colorectal surgery department – Dr. Centeno brings specialized expertise to minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 30+ years in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery protocols
• Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
• Leads surgical department at Teknon Medical Center

Dr. Sabia specializes in advanced peritoneal and abdominal cancer surgeries at Centro Médico Teknon, with extensive experience in complex oncological procedures.

• Over 15 years in peritoneal oncology surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Active researcher in clinical trials for oncological surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical oncology societies

Head of Thoracic Surgery at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona with 35+ years in the field. Dr. Molins specializes in both general and thoracic surgery.

• Fellowship at Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Published 145 scientific articles and 505 conference reports
• Visiting Professor at Massachusetts General Hospital
• Certified by the European College of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
• Past President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Dr. Lana Bijelic specializes in peritoneal carcinomatosis surgery, trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker at Washington Hospital Center.

• Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Active member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital
• Recipient of multiple awards for surgical excellence

Specializes in thyroid and endocrine surgery with 49 years of experience. Prof. Raventos trains surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Fellowship-trained at Mayo Clinic – among America's top hospitals
• Expert in thyroid resection and complex thyroid cancer cases
• Published widely on surgical techniques and outcomes
• Pioneer in laparoscopic digestive surgery since the 1980s

15,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. de Lacy is a pioneer in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Performs 1,000+ minimally invasive surgeries annually
• World's first to remove gallbladder through the mouth
• Founder of TaTME technique for rectal cancer
• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe

Dr. Bretcha Boix is a senior surgeon specializing in minimally invasive cancer surgery and HIPEC at Quironsalud Torrevieja.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for digestive cancers
• Performs cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis
• Author of 48+ publications with over 1,100 citations
• Mentors upcoming surgeons in advanced oncologic procedures
• Associate Professor at Saint Anthony Catholic University

Head of Anesthesiology and Resuscitation at HM Hospitales – Dr. Lopez Garcia specializes in innovative anesthesia techniques, particularly for children.

• Author of 'Anesthesia and Children' – a guide for parents and practitioners
• Experienced in managing anesthesia for a wide range of surgical procedures
• Leads the anesthesia team at HM Puerta Del Sur

Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at Clinica Universidad de Navarra, bringing extensive expertise in surgical interventions.

• Over 15 years of experience in orthopedic procedures
• Focused on advanced surgical techniques
• Member of recognized orthopedic associations

Dr. Francisco Soldado specializes in family medicine at Hospital HM Nou Delfos, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

• Expertise in family medicine with a compassionate approach
• Highly trained in the latest medical technologies
• Experienced doctor at a leading medical institution